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It's not uncommon to struggle with body image issues at one time or another - most of us do. But it’s what you do about it that really matters. If you’re working on cultivating a positive body image, that’s fantastic! Yet, everyone can use a little help every now and again.

A body-positive therapist is a great resource you can use to build a better relationship with your body. Whether you are located in downtown Bakersfield, Bakersfield Country Club, Csu Bakersfield, Downtown Bakersfield, or even Haggin Oaks, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

How a Body-Positive Therapist Can Help

Whether you’re seeking therapy for a mental disorder, crisis intervention, or to address body image issues, there are many benefits to using a body-positive therapist, including:

  • Self-esteem-boosting encouragement when you’re having negative feelings about your body.
  • A safe space where you are free to convey your feelings and better understand the impact of social messages about how you should look.
  • Helpful tips, coping methods, and affirmations to cope with self-esteem and body-consciousness.

For an example of how a body-positive therapist can help, read licensed therapist Brianna Ramon’s tips for fighting back against body-shaming culture.

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Finding a body-positive therapist is easy if you use Mental Health Match. Start by browsing body-positive therapists and counselors below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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We will engage in a relaxed, non judgmental space to explore challenges, develop insights, and acquire practical coping strategies, leaving session with a deeper understanding of yourself and enhanced emotional resilience.

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My approach varies, based on the client's needs; however, I customarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, allowing my clients to work through life circumstances while keeping forward movement toward future goals.

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Heather Scott
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discuss your hopes and goals for therapy. We will work toward those goals in a safe, non-judgmental place by addressing unhealthy thoughts and/or behaviors, exploring past pain or trauma, and practicing new skills.

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I believe that the therapeutic relationship opens up deep resources within us and allows us the space to heal and grow.

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gain insight and answer any questions that you may have about yourself throughout the evaluation and/or therapeutic process.

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that I work collaboratively with my clients and other important systems and individuals in their lives. I tailor my approach based on the unique needs of each person and integrate techniques from many different modalities.

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Belinda Reiss
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Together we will find new insights, grow personally as well as interpersonally, and I will help you to reach your full potential. With couples, I will improve overall communication and create a sense of balance as well as emotional stability.


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Together we will find new insights, grow personally as well as interpersonally, and I will help you to reach your full potential. With couples, I will improve overall communication and create a sense of balance as well as emotional stability.

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I am client centered and try to go at your pace. At the same time, I will challenge you when appropriate to aid in your growth so that you don't feel stagnant. I utilize multiple interventions and am constantly educating myself in new modalities.

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Amanda "Mandy" Barnes
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identify areas you want to change; get you tools to make healthier choices, cope with life's ups and downs, become more self-aware, engage in behaviors that reflect a new improved relationship with self and create a better quality of life.


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identify areas you want to change; get you tools to make healthier choices, cope with life's ups and downs, become more self-aware, engage in behaviors that reflect a new improved relationship with self and create a better quality of life.

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I am a strength-based therapist which means we will elicit your strengths and use them to your advantage. I am collaborative, meaning we will work together as a team. Once in therapy with me you are no longer on your own; I am your "person" :)

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